1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 55 kg more than 1964 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
| Model | 408 | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4356 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2662 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
